The Practice of Joy at Work

In this episode, we turn our attention to a quality that is often overlooked at work—joy. We tend to associate mindfulness with managing stress or navigating difficult situations. While that’s important, it’s only part of the picture. Joy is just as essential—and just as trainable. Pierre and Sarah explore how joy can be cultivated in practical ways throughout the workday. This includes simple moments like stepping away to enjoy a cup of tea, listening to music, or reconnecting with the body through movement and breath. These small pauses, when done intentionally, can have a powerful impact. They also reflect on the joy of making progress—taking a moment to acknowledge what has been completed instead of rushing to the next task. The conversation expands into the joy of learning, growth, and developing new skills, as well as the deeper sense of contentment that comes from connecting with purpose and meaning in our work. Another important dimension explored is relational joy—appreciating meaningful interactions, celebrating others’ successes, and practicing what is often called appreciative joy: the ability to feel joy for others, even when we are not experiencing it ourselves. Throughout the episode, the invitation is simple: to begin noticing where joy already exists, and to gently create more space for it. A practical and reflective conversation to bring more lightness, awareness, and energy into your workday.